Questions tagged [frames]
Bicycle frame construction, selection, maintenance, and repair.
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Help identifying MTB frame
Apologies making ANOTHER one of these threads...Anyhows:
Bought a bike third hand, frame has been stripped and painted. Trying to find make & model so I can get some offset bushings for the shock. ...
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Weird bumps on my Carbon frame fork
I recently noticed some unusual bumps on the fork of my carbon bike. The paint is intact, and there are no visible cracks or signs of damage. However, the bumps seem to follow the pattern of the ...
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What bike frame has these lugs?
Can someone help me identify my bike frame? It has this V-shaped cutout in the top tube lug and a serial number of 2948. It has SunTour dropouts, likely NJS.
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I need help identifying this womens bike frame, please
It's nearly 70 years old. I've narrowed the potentials down to Sears, Schwinn or possibly J.C. Higgins. I did just order the wheels for this and it takes 26" schwinn apparently as opposed to ...
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Bike Frame Identification
Does anyone have any leads on what make/model/year of frame this is? I spotted this bike last summer and it's been nagging at me ever since. I love the design and am trying to track down who is ...
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Help identify this loop frame bike
I'm trying to find out more information about this old loop frame bike I'm planning to refurbish. I haven't found any other marks that may be identifying, if there's anything else I can take a photo ...
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Help identifying a Bianchi track frame
I've been trying to identify this Bianchi track frame - any help would be appreciated! Closest I've come is Eco Pista from early 80s, but I'm absolutely no expert on the matter.
The numbers on the BB ...
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Identifying this road bike brand
Can someone help me identify this frame? It was given to me in Switzerland. My uncle and cousin bought it already painted grey. I noticed an engraved logo in the dropout, but it does not look like it ...
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Please help me identify this bike frame?
Please help me identify this bike frame for I am a newbie/novice. I will greatly apppreciate it. It appears similar to some 1950s Huffmans, but I am far from certain.
Thanks to all in advance who ...
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BMX frame logo identification
I have a BMX frame with a stylised "h" on the rear forks. Can anyone ID it for me?
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What kind of frame and brakes are these?
I just bought a bike and I can't figure out what kind of frame and brakes it has.
I found that the derailleurs were made by DNB Japan somewhere around 1960 and that the handlebar is french (Guidonn ...
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Chain vs seatstay with a 50T Chainring - BMX frame
I plan to put a 50T chainring on my bmx but I am afraid to have an interference between the chain and the frame.
Does anybody know what is the critical distance between the seatstay and the chain so ...
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Is this a real Concorde or just a replica?
I'm confused with this, the lugs in this bike look identical with another Concorde but the tubing sticker clearly says "Reynolds". (Concorde only uses Colombus, right?)
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Can anyone tell me what frame this is please?
Can anyone tell me what frame I have here? It has RockShox forks and removable rear dropouts.
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What model is this Dyno? Serial number makes it 1995 Nitro? VFR?
All stamped Dyno, white chainwheel, forks, stem, and bars. Cant find another like it, wondering if parts may have been swapped out at some point because I cant find this colorway anywhere, the ...
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Need help identifying this logo on 2016 bmx
I was looking for a bit of help identifying this insignia on this 2016 bmx I'm restoring. Any help would be fantastic
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Magnitude of load and cycles needed during testing of bike forks
I want to do a structural test on bicycle forks. Is there any specific criteria I need to follow of what should be the magnitude of the significant load and also how many cycles would need to be ...
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please help identify this bmx brand logo!
having trouble identifying this logo found on my Bmx frame- any ideas?
Many thanks
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Help identify a frame
could someone help me identify a mountain bike frame, the rear triangle of the frame has square tubing, it's a late 90s early 00s frame.
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Help me identify bike frame. Repainted, but have serial number
I got this bike second hand, accordingly to the previous owner it should be a rocky mountain. He said that he repainted the bike and created new stickers for it. I couldn't find a similar rocky ...
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identifying a mtb frame
about one or two years ago my brother has brought this bike home and i am now thinking of restoring it. It has an alloy frame unsure of the size but the wheels are 27.5", feels strong and solid... But ...
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Can anyone identify this green frame?
Like many others, I found this aluminum frame bike that is pretty light and in great shape. The bike has been converted to disc brakes and I believe that everything is aftermarket.
Serial number ...
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Rear shock mounting hardware for Felt Virtue 2015
I recently bought a Felt Virtue 2015 aluminum frame. Just wondering if anyone else who bought the same frame have the correct sizing for the rear shock mounting hardware.
For reference this is the ...
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Help in identifying our newest project
Any help getting info on this bike would be great. Only tags/badges are a Japan stamp and a diamond with a 5 in the middle under the frame. Thought maybe a Japanese knockoff from Schwinn but the bars ...
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Replace Viner Settanta seat post securing wedge
My seat post wedge has been removed. There seems to be loads of different styles and shapes depending on the make and model of frame. Does anybody know if any other makes will fit it as having trouble ...
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Identifying a brazed steel frame
I'm trying to identify this brazed steel frame I came across. Any help would be greatly appreciated.
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Can anyone identify this second hand bike?
I am looking into getting a new (for me) road / TT bike and this came up but I think it isn't a Specialized Shiv...
many thanks
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What frame is this?
Could you help to find out the brand, type, & year model of this MTB frame?
The "Gary Fisher" decal was added later and is not correct.
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Lowrider style bent forks techniques
Would a 24 inch bent fork fit on a 20 inch frame? Is there even a 24 inch fork? Would a 26 inch fit? Also if it doesn't fit in could I just add to the 20 inch - would you be able to extend it making ...
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Help identify this frame
I'm not sure what brand this is at all. Any help would be much appreciated. I've tried looking up the serial but i am unsure what the last serial number is. It appears to be a "b" or "6" but I am ...
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Trouble finding frame hanger Daymak to Shimano RD-R3000
Having a really tough time finding the following part:
Frame hanger
3/4inch 1.9mm width screw holes.
Frame # DMK17PR000000004
Derailer # RD-R3000
I've ordered a few, but there is always something ...
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Help identifying this Freeagent bike?
so I’m considering the purchase of this bike but all the information about it provided is that it is a Freeagent bike. There are asking $150 and depending on the model/year that may or may not be a ...
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2012 Cervelo R3 downtube cable stop - replacement part
I need two replacement downtube cable stops for a 2012 Cervelo R3. Does anyone know where I can get them? I found 1 for $50 which is outrageous.
Any advice or leads is appreciated!
Greg
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Question regarding serial number
Can anyone help me decipher this serial number on my DB? ACS6J02432
I am trying to figure out the exact year and model of this 24" BMX
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Help identifying frame brand/model
My friend gave me this frame and the old paint job was covered with spray paint so I decided to paint, strip and run it raw.
I need help with identifying the frame. The pictures provided show the ...
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Getting information from a 15 Giant Avail Adv 1 Serial Number
My bike was totaled. I have the serial number from the original receipt. Can I find out the frame size of the bike with the serial number?
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I want to check if my Unknown lvl 2 frame is fake
The main color of the frame is maroon, the logo is black, but, it's stickered on, and the seller said, since its a lvl 2 frame, its supposed to be stickered on.
So now I don't know if its true or not.
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What model/year is this frame?
I recently got this frame second hand after mine was damaged in an attempted theft. Having a couple of issues refitting, I wonder if anyone can identify the model/year?
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My brother gave me a bike for my son, its a Diamondback. Serial # is F5C94618, C is backwards. Can anyone help me with some more info on this
My brother gave me a Diamondback for my son, I'm guessing it's an 85' but not sure. S# is F5C94618 (the C is backwards). Thanks for the help.
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carbon frame bike ktm revelator 4000 2017 damaged
KTM 2017 revelator 4000 in the bottom of the frame I have noticed this failure/puncture. Would you trust the damage here in the picture?
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Can I use mtb rigid fork in touring frame?
I am looking to change my fork because of some issue(broken). My problem is my headtube is the standard ec34, which is why I can't use tapered fork. So, I am looking at some mtb rigid fork, which have ...
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Carbon Specialized Sirrus X5.0 Help
I am very new to this thread and seeking help from an experienced bike enthusiast. I just purchased the aforementioned bike in the title and after bringing it home for inspection (bought brand new ...
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What is this BMX?
I got this bike from a friend for free. I was wondering what brand could this bike be? Has Quando Hubs, Odyssey Pedals, Kenda Tires but no logo on the actual body itself.
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Dent in Lower Aluminum Frame Of Cannondale Cyclocross
Recently purchased this bike second hand. How concerned should I be of this dent? It’s about midway down the lower frame.
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HELP!! What is this bike frame?
Hello all, I've won this triathlon frame on Ebay for £150 but have yet to pay. Apparently Vision have never made frames and deal only in components (according to their customer service). Is this some ...
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Downhill bike frame conundrum
So I am starting a bike from scratch and really want a downhill frame as I'll be riding downhills and commuting. How and what parts could I use and add to the frame so it is able to commute though I ...
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Bike Frame Brand and Model?
enter image description hereI purchased this bike at a thrift shop and it rides like a dream. Out of curiosity I'm trying to figure out the make and brand. The parts on it seem to be very nice so I'...
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Do I have a genuine GT frame, even though it's not engraved or stamped with the GT logo?
How can I know whether the bike frame I have is a genuine GT? I found the serial number u31036009 on the bottom of the hub. It has no GT logo stamp or engraving anywhere on it. Could it still be ...
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